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France's constitutional authority strikes down social media ban for under-15s

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France's constitutional court strikes down social media ban for under-15s

France's Constitutional Council ruled against legislation that would have banned social media for children under 15, citing infringement on freedom of expression. The law, backed by President Emmanuel Macron and approved by lawmakers in July, was France's first attempt at such a ban in Europe.

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France's constitutional court strikes down social media ban for under-15s
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